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Prosper Connects '25
🚀 Prosper Connects 25: Your Ultimate Professional Learning Adventure! 🌟
Get Ready for the Most Incredible Day of Learning in Prosper ISD!July 31st at Rock Hill High School | Over 300 Sessions Await!
Calling all educators! Prepare for a day packed with inspiration, innovation, and incredible learning opportunities. From the electrifying drumline welcome to the delicious food trucks, this isn’t just another professional development day – it’s a celebration of education!
✨ Highlights:
  • 🥁 Epic Drumline Kick-Off
  • ☕ Speedy Bean Morning Coffee
  • 🌮 Gourmet Food Truck Lunch
  • 🧠 GT Credit Sessions Available
  • 📚 Up to 6 Professional Learning Hours
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Thursday, July 31
 

8:00am MDT

Embrace New Learning: Administrators
Thursday July 31, 2025 8:00am - 8:50am MDT
Learn all the tips and tricks to make navigation of the district’s IEP software work for you. This session will specifically target skills you need in order to successfully use Embrace in your roles as a campus administrator.
Thursday July 31, 2025 8:00am - 8:50am MDT
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8:00am MDT

Foundations of Belonging
Thursday July 31, 2025 8:00am - 8:50am MDT
As educators we know inclusion is the education of students with disabilities alongside their peers without disabilities, however true inclusion is the belief that all students belong everywhere with everyone else in the school and community. All students want to be loved, accepted, and feel successful. Through meaningful inclusion, peer relationships are built and learning opportunities become available to all students through supports and innovative approaches. Join us as we show you how to eliminate barriers to create a successful inclusive environment that celebrates diversity.
Speakers
avatar for Jennifer Thorpe

Jennifer Thorpe

Blended PreK Teacher, Prosper ISD
Jenn is a Blended PreK teacher in Prosper ISD and has spent 15 years in the Early Childhood classroom. She is the mother of two young boys and has been married for 14 years. Jenn has a Bachelor's degree in Interdisciplinary Studies from Texas Woman's University and is currently working... Read More →
Thursday July 31, 2025 8:00am - 8:50am MDT
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8:00am MDT

Inclusion connections
Thursday July 31, 2025 8:00am - 8:50am MDT
How to navigate, advocate, and start inclusivity to centralized students in general education, specials, around the school, and beyond.
Speakers
avatar for Adeline Ash

Adeline Ash

Functional Academics Teacher, Prosper ISD
avatar for Hanna Maynard

Hanna Maynard

Life Skills Teacher, Prosper ISD
Thursday July 31, 2025 8:00am - 8:50am MDT
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8:00am MDT

S’More Fun Together: Collaborative Autism Evaluations
Thursday July 31, 2025 8:00am - 8:50am MDT
Autism evaluations don’t have to feel like burnt marshmallows—disjointed, overwhelming, or lacking the right ingredients. In this interactive session, a school psychologist and a speech-language pathologist will share collaborative, engaging, and child-friendly assessment strategies. Learn how to blend expertise, streamline evaluations, and make the process enjoyable for both the team and the child. Get ready for real-life examples and practical tools to take your autism assessments from “just okay” to s’more effective and fun!
Speakers
avatar for Jamie Hernandez

Jamie Hernandez

Speech-Language Pathologist, Prosper ISD
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Emilee Keuten

School Psychologist
My name is Emilee Keuten, and I recently graduated from Louisiana State University- Shreveport this May to obtain my Specialist in School Psychology degree. This year, I had the opportunity to complete my final internship for my graduate program with Prosper ISD, which I have absolutely... Read More →
Thursday July 31, 2025 8:00am - 8:50am MDT
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9:00am MDT

Embrace New Learning: SPED Teachers
Thursday July 31, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am MDT
Learn all the tips and tricks to make navigation of the district’s IEP software work for you. This session will specifically target skills you need in order to successfully use Embrace in your roles as a special education teacher.
Thursday July 31, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am MDT
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9:00am MDT

Q-Interactive :Getting Started
Thursday July 31, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am MDT
Carrying paper test kits got you down? Learn to use Q-Interactive. This electronic assessment platform will give you access to multiple individual standardized assessments evaluators use when writing full individual assessments
Thursday July 31, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am MDT
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9:00am MDT

Understanding and Supporting Students with Internalized Behaviors and Past Trauma
Thursday July 31, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am MDT
This training aims to equip educators with the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and effectively support students who exhibit internalized behaviors stemming from past trauma. By understanding the root causes of these behaviors and implementing trauma-informed approaches, educators can create a safe and supportive learning environment conducive to the social and emotional well-being of all students.
Speakers
avatar for Rebecca Moya

Rebecca Moya

BTC/SET Teacher & SpEd Department Head, Prosper ISD
avatar for Karah Stanton

Karah Stanton

BTC Teacher-Centralized Program Team Lead, Prosper ISD
Thursday July 31, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am MDT
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9:00am MDT

What is a Behavior Intervention Plan?
Thursday July 31, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am MDT
This training is designed to provide staff with an in-depth understanding of what a Behavioral Intervention Plan (BIP) is, its importance, and how to effectively implement one in the classroom. Teachers will gain practical skills and knowledge necessary to support students with behavioral challenges, improve classroom management, and foster a positive learning environment.
Thursday July 31, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am MDT
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10:00am MDT

Embrace New Learning: ARD Managers
Thursday July 31, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am MDT
Learn all the tips and tricks to make navigation of the district’s IEP software work for you. This session will specifically target skills you need in order to successfully use Embrace in your roles as ARD Managers
Thursday July 31, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am MDT
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10:00am MDT

Q-Interactive: Beyond the Fundamentals
Thursday July 31, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am MDT
Want to take your understanding of Q-Interactive to the next level? Make sure you are accessing the full functionality of the Q-Interactive system.
Thursday July 31, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am MDT
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12:00pm MDT

The Ortiz Picture Vocabulary Acquisition Test (Ortiz PVAT)
Thursday July 31, 2025 12:00pm - 12:00pm MDT
The Ortiz Picture Vocabulary Acquisition Test (Ortiz PVAT) is a cutting-edge assessment tool designed to evaluate receptive vocabulary acquisition in individuals aged 2 years 6 months to 22 years 11 months. What sets the Ortiz PVAT apart is its unique ability to fairly and accurately assess both native English speakers and English learners.
Thursday July 31, 2025 12:00pm - 12:00pm MDT
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1:00pm MDT

Embrace New Learning: Student Support Clerks
Thursday July 31, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT
Learn all the tips and tricks to make navigation of the district’s IEP software work for you. This session will specifically target skills you need in order to successfully use Embrace in your roles as a Student Support Clerk
Thursday July 31, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT
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1:00pm MDT

Empowering Voices: AAC Strategies and Implementation for SLPs
Thursday July 31, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT
This training equips speech-language pathologists with the knowledge and tools to effectively assess, implement, and support augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) for individuals with complex communication needs. Participants will explore AAC systems ranging from low-tech to high-tech solutions, learn evidence-based strategies for modeling and teaching AAC, and gain practical insights for integrating AAC into various therapeutic and educational settings. Case studies, hands-on activities, and real-world applications will be included to enhance learning and confidence in AAC intervention. Whether you're new to AAC or looking to refine your skills, this session will provide valuable guidance on fostering communication and independence for AAC users.
Speakers
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Megan Richardson

Speech Pathologist, AAC Specialist
Thursday July 31, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT
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1:00pm MDT

Understanding and Supporting Students with Internalized Behaviors and Past Trauma
Thursday July 31, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT
This training aims to equip educators with the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and effectively support students who exhibit internalized behaviors stemming from past trauma. By understanding the root causes of these behaviors and implementing trauma-informed approaches, educators can create a safe and supportive learning environment conducive to the social and emotional well-being of all students.
Speakers
avatar for Rebecca Moya

Rebecca Moya

BTC/SET Teacher & SpEd Department Head, Prosper ISD
avatar for Karah Stanton

Karah Stanton

BTC Teacher-Centralized Program Team Lead, Prosper ISD
Thursday July 31, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT
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1:00pm MDT

Zones of Regulation: For all Students
Thursday July 31, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT
Feelings are complicated. They come in different sizes, intensities, and levels of energy that are unique within our brains and bodies. To make them easier to talk about, think about, and regulate, The Zones of Regulation organizes our feelings, states of alertness, and energy levels. Zones of Regulation empowers learners of all ages to understand the full range of their feelings, as well as explore tools and strategies to support their well-being. Zones of Regulation is beneficial for all students (Tier 1, 2, 3) --join us in learning how to implement the Zones of Regulation in your classroom.
Speakers
Thursday July 31, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT
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2:00pm MDT

Embrace New Learning: Related Service Providers
Thursday July 31, 2025 2:00pm - 2:50pm MDT
Learn all the tips and tricks to make navigation of the district’s IEP software work for you. This session will specifically target skills you need in order to successfully use Embrace in your role as a special education related service provider.
Thursday July 31, 2025 2:00pm - 2:50pm MDT
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